Description
These easy vegan Jamaican patties are bursting with authentic Caribbean flavor – spicy, flaky, and completely plant-based. Perfect for parties, meal prep, or a flavorful snack anytime!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup vegetable broth
- Plant-based milk or water, for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Cut in vegan butter using a pastry blender or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs (5 minutes).
- Gradually add cold water and mix until dough comes together (do not overmix).
- Knead dough gently on a floured surface for 1–2 minutes.
- Divide dough in half and refrigerate one half while preparing filling.
- In a bowl, mix carrots, onion, bell pepper, scallions, thyme, curry powder, allspice, nutmeg, cayenne, and vegetable broth until well combined.
- Roll out dough to 1/8 inch thick and cut into 4-inch circles.
- Place filling in center, fold over, and crimp edges to seal.
- Place patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush tops with plant-based milk or water.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
Keep vegan butter cold and avoid overworking the dough for a flakier crust. Start with less cayenne and adjust heat to your liking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Jamaican patties, vegan, spicy, plant-based, homemade, Caribbean snack